Snowmobiling Shady Rest to Minaret Vista ▣

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The ride from Shady Rest to Minaret Vista is a classic introductory out-and-back ride on groomed trails with extraordinary views of the Ritter Range and the Ansel Adams Wilderness at the midpoint turnaround. From the Shady Rest OSV staging area, follow the A trail north to the B trail. Follow this across the Mammoth Scenic Loop to the C trail. Turn left. The C trail climbs through the forest past Mammoth Mountain's Main Lodge, which is a good stop for lunch or refreshments before continuing on to the vista. Experienced riders may want to continue to the top of the San Jouquin ridge. Return the way you came. Winter recreation maps are available at the Welcome Center and on the Inyo National Forest web site. Snowmobile riders are required to understand closure boundaries and stay out of closed areas.
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The ride from Shady Rest to Minaret Vista is a classic introductory out-and-back ride on groomed trails with extraordinary views of the Ritter Range and the Ansel Adams Wilderness at the midpoint turnaround. From the Shady Rest OSV staging area, follow the A trail north to the B trail. Follow this across the Mammoth Scenic Loop to the C trail. Turn left. The C trail climbs through the forest past Mammoth Mountain's Main Lodge, which is a good stop for lunch or refreshments before continuing on to the vista. Experienced riders may want to continue to the top of the San Jouquin ridge. Return the way you came. Winter recreation maps are available at the Welcome Center and on the Inyo National Forest web site. Snowmobile riders are required to understand closure boundaries and stay out of closed areas.

Avalanche Forecast for 12/29/2024

AVALANCHE FORECAST: Expect rapidly changing conditions with new snow and increasing winds today. You could trigger small, fresh drifts of wind-blown snow where the most new snow accumulates. Be cautious of stiff, rounded dunes and cracking in the surface snow on the downwind sides of ridges, gullies, and trees. Find out More

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Experience Checklist
- Camera
- First-aid kit
- Flashlight
- Fuel
- Headlamp
- Knowledge and understanding of local conditions
- Map or GPS device
- Picnic lunch
- Smartphone
- Snowmobile
- Snowmobile helmet
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen/lip protector
- Telephoto lens
- Tools/spare parts
- Warm clothing
- Water
- Winter gloves
- Winter Recreation Map
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Experience Information

Trail Length
23.2 miles

Trail Surface
Snow

Duration
Half day
This experience is accessed from the Shady Rest Winter Trailhead .
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*Note that not all facilities are accessible via public transit.